Pharmacist - Specialty Pharmacy
About the role
The Pharmacist Specialty Services plays a crucial role within the MultiCare pharmacy department. This position supports patients and families by ensuring accurate and timely filling of specialty pharmaceuticals, collaborating with clinic staff, and processing prior authorization requests.
Responsibilities
- Perform patient outreach to ensure accurate and timely filling of specialty pharmaceuticals
- Collaborate with clinic staff to connect patients with MultiCare Specialty Pharmacy resources
- Process prior authorization (PA) requests from specialty clinics
- Determine patient eligibility and enroll patients in copay assistance and medication assistance programs when appropriate
Requirements
- Licensed as a pharmacist in the State of Washington
- Completion of an ASHP accredited pharmacy residency preferred
- Minimum one (1) year of pharmacy experience preferred in settings such as hospital, retail, clinic, or other
- Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by the American Heart Association
About Tacoma General Hospital
Tacoma General Hospital, located in the heart of Tacoma, WA, is a 367-bed regional medical center offering cutting-edge care. It includes a 24-hour Emergency Department, Level II Adult Trauma Center, advanced cardiac, neurological, orthopedic, and robotic surgery services. The hospital also houses the MultiCare Regional Cancer Center, a Family Birth Center, and specialized neonatal care in partnership with Mary Bridge Children’s. Our collaborative, mission-driven teams provide a rewarding environment for career growth and professional excellence.
About the Tacoma Community
Tacoma, situated just 30 miles south of Seattle, offers a blend of urban amenities and natural beauty. Known for its scenic waterfronts, mountain trails, vibrant arts, dining, and brewery scenes, Tacoma appeals to outdoor enthusiasts, families, and young professionals. With strong schools and universities, it's a city where you can live, work, and play.
Why MultiCare?
- Rooted in the local community
- Partnering with patients, families, and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for over 140 years
- Growth and education opportunities through competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships, and career development
- Well-being and support with generous PTO, Code Lavender, and Employee Assistance Programs
- Living our values of respect, integrity, kindness, and collaboration
- Resource groups and outreach programs to ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard, and valued
- Pacific Northwest lifestyle with natural beauty, adventure, and strong community connections
Pay and Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental, and retirement benefits, and paid time off. The pay scale is $78.17 - $105.04 USD. Factors influencing pay include skill set, years of experience, and certifications/education. For positions associated with union contracts, pay reflects the appropriate step on the pay scale based on years of experience. For detailed benefit information, please refer to the provided link.